Articles tagged under: China
Biden Ends First Year in Office with News Conference
Published January 20, 2022
President Joe Biden spoke about the need for competition. The president said there are too many industries where a handful of large companies dominate the market. “Over time, it has reduced competition, squeezed out small businesses and farmers, ranchers and…China Maintaining Tariffs on U.S. Distillers Grains
Published January 16, 2022
China’s commerce ministry said on Tuesday it will maintain anti-dumping and anti-subsidy tariffs on imports of distiller’s grains from the United States. The ministry is expected to review investigations on the anti-dumping and anti-subsidy measures imposed on distiller’s grains from…Exploring New Soybean Market Opportunities
Published January 3, 2022
China remains the top buyer of U.S. soybeans, but the U.S. Soybean Export Council continues to explore new markets. According to board member and Kansas soybean farmer Lance Rezac, India is starting to allow imports of GMO soybean meal. "India's…Phase One Purchase Agreement Expires
Published January 3, 2022
The purchase agreement in the phase one trade deal between the U.S. and China expired on Friday. Ag Watch Market Advisors President Dewey Strickler says it may be a while before we know what that will mean for U.S. exports.…Making the Switch to South American Soybeans
Published December 28, 2021
At this time of the year, grain traders start anticipating when China will start shipping cheaper South American supplies. "Typically, the U.S. hits the peak of shipments in the October or November timeframe and then, shipments trend lower into December,"…Xi Stresses the Need for Food Security
Published December 27, 2021
Following the Central Rural Work Conference in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping said it is important for China to safeguard its supply of grains. The strategy includes stabilizing corn production and expanding soybean production. China’s food security goals also include…A Historic Time for U.S. Ag Exports
Published December 17, 2021
During a Farm Foundation Forum, Aimpoint Research Chief Economist Gregg Doud said it's a historic time for U.S. soybean exports. "October was an all-time record for any month in history for U.S. agricultural exports to China and it was all-time…USDA Lowers Fiscal Year 2022 Ag Export Forecast
Published November 26, 2021
The value of agricultural products that China will purchase in the current fiscal year may not be as high as earlier predictions. USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer says China’s needs are changing as their hog herd stabilizes. "The new fiscal…USTR Focuses on Rebuilding Bridges with Trade Allies
Published November 22, 2021
Trade is not the top priority for the Biden administration, but there are highly skilled leaders at the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative implementing current trade deals. These leaders are focused on rebuilding bridges will allies. "Looking at how…